2027 Structural Engineer Summer Internship - Current Juniors

Kpffconsultingengineers; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 3,995,000 - 4,615,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Transit stipend

Job summary

KPFF Consulting Engineers is seeking a Structural Engineering Intern for a summer program in the Downtown Los Angeles area. You will work closely with senior engineers on real-world projects, preparing calculations and construction documents under guidance, and participate in project meetings and site visits.

The internship emphasizes hands-on learning, exposure to diverse projects, and networking within a collaborative team.

Qualifications

• Junior or above pursuing a BS in Civil Engineering.
• Must have completed junior year by start of internship.
• Transcripts must show Structural Analysis and Mechanics of Materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the preparation of calculations and construction documents.
• Support experienced engineers on real-world projects.
• Attend project meetings and site visits with the team.

Education

BS in Civil Engineering

Job description

KPFF is seeking summer interns interested in experiencing the daily life of a Structural Engineer. We provide you with a summer packed with training programs to prepare you to be successful, activities to help you connect with our team, and real-world projects to apply your skills. At KPFF, 2 out of 3 of our interns return as full-time employees or return for another internship in the next year.

Who We Are Looking For

Students curious about Structural Engineering and wanting to understand the daily life of a Structural Engineer. We enjoy working with interns who are eager to contribute to their teams and who are interested in making connections and getting to know the people they work with. For this role you will need to have completed your junior year by the start of your internship and working towards a bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering.

You are interested in Structural Engineering and would like the opportunity to be exposed to a wide range of projects and conditions. You enjoy working with and learning from others to create work that you are proud of. You take the initiative to solve challenging problems and are a proactive team member.

What You Will Be Doing

As a Structural Engineering Intern, you will gain hands‑on experience in structural design, working closely with our experienced engineers on real‑world projects. You will have the opportunity to apply your academic knowledge, develop your skills, meet other students who are in the same field, and contribute to meaningful work. You will assist in the preparation of calculations and construction documents on active jobs under the guidance of project leaders. You will have the opportunity to participate in project meetings and site visits.

Position Overview

This is a non‑exempt, temporary position. All overtime hours are paid at a time‑and‑a‑half hourly rate.

Salary

The pay rate for this position is $29.50 an hour for students who have completed their junior year prior to the start of the internship.

• Monthly Way We Work stipend to assist with remote work and transit expenses.

Work Schedule

40‑hour work schedule, Monday through Friday Interns work Monday-Thursday in our Downtown Los Angeles office. Interns have the option to work remotely on Fridays from home.

Minimum Qualifications

• Junior or above working toward a BS in Civil Engineering (with an emphasis in Structures).
• Transcripts must show completed courses in: Structural Analysis.
• Mechanics of Materials.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

Duties are performed in a normal office environment while sitting at a desk or computer table. Duties require the ability to actively engage with a computer for several hours per day. May occasionally need to lift items up to 15 lbs. Duties require in-person attendance, Monday through Friday, during our business hours of 8 AM to 5 PM at our Downtown Los Angeles office for the training period. Following a satisfactory training period, a hybrid schedule of 4 days per week Monday through Thursday in the office, and Fridays from home may be accommodated.

Our Employees

Our employees are valued and empowered, collaborative and team oriented, innovative in their approach and passionate about their work. They are reliable, trustworthy and open with a high level of integrity. They value diversity, are inclusive and are committed to critically thinking through problems and finding solutions.

Our Offices

Our Greater Los Angeles Structural office has two locations at the Bloc in Downtown Los Angeles and at the Irvine Towers in Irvine. A warm and friendly environment, we are dedicated to growing with our employees and allowing people to pursue their passions.

Employment Verification

KPFF Consulting Engineers participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Equal Opportunity

KPFF Consulting Engineers is an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, religion, marital status, sex/gender (including sexual orientation or gender identity), pregnancy, veteran status, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, or any other protected basis.